Big Pun
1971–2000 (age 29)
rapper
Biography
Big Pun was a rapper whose dense wordplay and commanding delivery earned him a place among hip-hop’s most respected lyricists. His talent bridged underground authenticity and wider recognition, touching listeners with honesty and passion.
He inspired artists who followed, showing that vulnerability and strength can coexist within the same verse, and his influence endures across the genre.